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Top Dog / CEO Beware!

April 5, 2016 | Irma Parone You are the top dog, the big bear, da man (or woman) who can make all decisions, and terminate anyone for any (except discriminatory)…

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Taking A Walk, on FIRE

  March 22, 2016 I have followed Tony Robbins on and off throughout the years, knowing one day I would find the time and opportunity (actually at the same time)…

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What Is The BEST Way To Engage Employees?

March 7, 2016 Irma Parone Better asked, what are four words that make an employee’s day?  Well, there are so many important things to say:  Thank you.  Excellent job.  Good…

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Two Simple Keys To WOW Customers

March 3, 2016 | Irma Parone   I know this seems too simple, but here you go! 1.  Respond QUICKLY 2.  Be kind What if you are busy?  Respond promptly…

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Do These Students Outshine Your Employees?

February 29, 2016   I had the opportunity through the Coral Springs Chamber of Commerce to work with some amazing students at the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland…

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Love You, HATE Your Staff. You ARE FIRED!

February 23, 2016 Standing in line at a grocery store last night, a lady was talking to someone on the phone, and the conversation went something like this: “I have…

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NO? You Lose!

  February 20, 2016 | Irma Parone   Just read this quote “Don’t find customers for your products, find products for your customers.” –Seth Godin Well said, Seth! I love finding…

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A Relationship Lesson From Scalia & Bader-Ginsburg

February 15, 2016 | Irma Parone US Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader-Ginsburg is probably as far left as one can be, and US Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia was equally…

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To Terminate, Or Not To Terminate. A Management Perspective.

Many issues can affect your decision to terminate or not terminate. And anytime you can save an employee (who is productive) is a big win.

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Are You On Autopilot?

February 2, 2016 | Irma Parone You may have been in your industry for years.  Knowing what you need to do, you start “the routine” each morning. Just like being…

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